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神様はじめました [Kamisama Hajimemashita] #18
Kamisama Kiss, Vol. 18
Nanami’s journey to the past was a success! She found a way to break the curse and save Tomoe, and he even admitted that he has feelings for her. Now they’re both ready to enjoy life as a happy couple. Tomoe is hoping to spend some special alone time with Nanami, but instead they go on a school trip to Okinawa with the entire grade—and things go from tropical paradise to yokai nightmare in no time!
200 pages, Kindle Edition
First published May 20, 2014
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Julietta Suzuki
80 books703 followers鈴木ジュリエッタ
Suzuki Julietta is a Japanese manga artist born in the Fukuoka Prefecture. Her pen name comes from a character named Julietta Sakamoto from the seinen manga series, Air Master.
She likes cats, koalas, and sharks. According to an interview with Hakusensha, she first started drawing when she was in her second year of elementary school in a sketchbook of Japonica.
During her free time, she meets her friends, goes for a drink, or out for a meal. She states that although she doesn't read much, she enjoys works by Junji Itō. Her favourite character is Ashia and mentions that male characters are easier to draw in general.
Suzuki Julietta is a Japanese manga artist born in the Fukuoka Prefecture. Her pen name comes from a character named Julietta Sakamoto from the seinen manga series, Air Master.
She likes cats, koalas, and sharks. According to an interview with Hakusensha, she first started drawing when she was in her second year of elementary school in a sketchbook of Japonica.
During her free time, she meets her friends, goes for a drink, or out for a meal. She states that although she doesn't read much, she enjoys works by Junji Itō. Her favourite character is Ashia and mentions that male characters are easier to draw in general.
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July 25, 2025
school trip arc that actually furthers the plot!!
February 27, 2020
Star Rating: —> 4.5 Stars
Some serious stuff in this volume! Woah.
Overall, great though!
Some serious stuff in this volume! Woah.
Overall, great though!
December 4, 2022
Im sorry but i kinda want Akura-ou to fall in love with nanami i now its extremely toxic but danm
June 16, 2015
Nanami has successfully helped Tomoe free himself from his curse, and now things should be happy-go-lucky, right? After all, Nanami and all her friends are heading out on a high school trip, the cliche of shojo manga for funny hijinks and romantic moments.
I adore Kamisama Kiss for a variety of reasons, not the least of which for its delightful character development. We've gotten to know Himemiko, Kurama, and Yukiji's stories. We've even gotten to see Mizuki's Yonomori before her village no longer needed her. Now, we are getting to know Nanami's friends a little more as their roles expand in the story. Ami has been kidnapped and Nanami braves all to rescue her friend.
True to form, Nanami jumps into situations without truly thinking through all the repercussions. And, while she has grown as a kamisama, she still has a lot to learn. Tomoe is bound to her more strongly than ever as evidenced by his desire to learn to live in the human world, but it feels like Nanami forgets that she is no longer living for just herself anymore. She's neglecting her fox, and I'm already concerned that her lifespan is shortened now that she no longer has Ryu-oh's eye. Add that to what happens with Akura-oh, and I'm worried that we're going to see a flip in the story where Tomoe will need to go to great lengths to save Nanami this time. She is a kamisama, though, so perhaps her life is protected. Time will tell. I just wish that I didn't have to wait until this fall to see what will happen next!!
I adore Kamisama Kiss for a variety of reasons, not the least of which for its delightful character development. We've gotten to know Himemiko, Kurama, and Yukiji's stories. We've even gotten to see Mizuki's Yonomori before her village no longer needed her. Now, we are getting to know Nanami's friends a little more as their roles expand in the story. Ami has been kidnapped and Nanami braves all to rescue her friend.
True to form, Nanami jumps into situations without truly thinking through all the repercussions. And, while she has grown as a kamisama, she still has a lot to learn. Tomoe is bound to her more strongly than ever as evidenced by his desire to learn to live in the human world, but it feels like Nanami forgets that she is no longer living for just herself anymore. She's neglecting her fox, and I'm already concerned that her lifespan is shortened now that she no longer has Ryu-oh's eye. Add that to what happens with Akura-oh, and I'm worried that we're going to see a flip in the story where Tomoe will need to go to great lengths to save Nanami this time. She is a kamisama, though, so perhaps her life is protected. Time will tell. I just wish that I didn't have to wait until this fall to see what will happen next!!
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October 13, 2024im just glad the Past Arc is over. a lot of fans seem to like it but i did not vibe with it idk what to say
April 19, 2023
Real rating: 4.5 stars
August 3, 2024
Justice for Nanami and Ami
August 18, 2017
Okay, so now that the best arc in the series is over, things are back to normal, and while it is slightly less interesting, it doesn't make this manga bad. It is seriously awesome, as per usual, and I love the focus on Kirihito ('cause he's one of my favourite characters). I love seeing more of him, especially while interacting with Nanami and pretending that he's more evil than he really is. Also, the kiss(es) were wild. Like, I did not see the first one coming. I was flipping pages back and forth, screaming, "DID I MISS SOMETHING HERE?!" Until, that is, later on when it was explained that he was just taking her life energy.
Also, that end scene? Beautiful. Tomoe showing up like a wrathful god ready to smite down some ants? Yes. Possible Akurah-oh and Tomoe reunion? Si, por favor. I really hope Kirihito finally reveals himself. Speaking of which, Nanami got it! She finally figured it out. She's smarter than I gave her credit for smh.
I love that the yokai revealed themselves to Nanami's friends, but Kurama was like "Lol, no. Me? A yokai? Please! I'm a wonderful, beautiful human--" Kei: "I don't give a damn go save my friend Ami you loser."
Basically, I'm so excited for the next volume. It's sitting on my nightstand, ready to go. Unfortunately, I'm a tad busy (against my will) at the moment, so I'll have to wait to start it *Cries*
Also, that end scene? Beautiful. Tomoe showing up like a wrathful god ready to smite down some ants? Yes. Possible Akurah-oh and Tomoe reunion? Si, por favor. I really hope Kirihito finally reveals himself. Speaking of which, Nanami got it! She finally figured it out. She's smarter than I gave her credit for smh.
I love that the yokai revealed themselves to Nanami's friends, but Kurama was like "Lol, no. Me? A yokai? Please! I'm a wonderful, beautiful human--" Kei: "I don't give a damn go save my friend Ami you loser."
Basically, I'm so excited for the next volume. It's sitting on my nightstand, ready to go. Unfortunately, I'm a tad busy (against my will) at the moment, so I'll have to wait to start it *Cries*
August 12, 2015
Last volume I was afraid the rest of the series would go down hill after passing up an excellent place to end.
I see I was wrong.
So far, the continuation is worth it. Seems like Nanami's friends are going to find out the crazy Yokai stuff, yada yada yada.
I'm not sure where this will be going now, but so far I'm enjoying the ride.
I see I was wrong.
So far, the continuation is worth it. Seems like Nanami's friends are going to find out the crazy Yokai stuff, yada yada yada.
I'm not sure where this will be going now, but so far I'm enjoying the ride.
January 11, 2020
Nanami has a big heart, but she can be a bit dumb and be a total airhead. Why did she have to do that.?!?!
September 8, 2025
There will be SPOILERS in this review!
And we’re back to filler. This volume was fine but it’ll be hard for this story arc to live up to what we just witnessed. Besides, it’s hard to expect the same level of quality from something that is essentially filler before the conclusion that will probably include Akura and Tomoe.
Half of this volume is just Nanami and Tomoe studying and it’s fine but again, nothing special, just filler. What I do have to say is that I feel like the author got better at tying things together and making these seemingly unimportant parts fit into the overall picture better than at the beginning of the manga. Oh, and it’s also really wholesome to see Nanami and Tomoe studying together now that they are finally together.
The Okinawa part is actually quite cool. I like that we actually have stakes with Ami going missing and Nanami trying to get her back. I also love that Ami and the other friend are now learning about the yokai and basically what Nanami’s world is like. We also have Kirihito here who is dying and needs Nanami’s energy and I hate the fact that he keeps kissing her to do it. But hey, she finally realized this guy is actually Akura so good for her.
This is a fine volume overall but not much more than that. I’m giving it 3 stars and I hope my boy Kurama does something fun in the next volume because I ship him and Ami together.
And we’re back to filler. This volume was fine but it’ll be hard for this story arc to live up to what we just witnessed. Besides, it’s hard to expect the same level of quality from something that is essentially filler before the conclusion that will probably include Akura and Tomoe.
Half of this volume is just Nanami and Tomoe studying and it’s fine but again, nothing special, just filler. What I do have to say is that I feel like the author got better at tying things together and making these seemingly unimportant parts fit into the overall picture better than at the beginning of the manga. Oh, and it’s also really wholesome to see Nanami and Tomoe studying together now that they are finally together.
The Okinawa part is actually quite cool. I like that we actually have stakes with Ami going missing and Nanami trying to get her back. I also love that Ami and the other friend are now learning about the yokai and basically what Nanami’s world is like. We also have Kirihito here who is dying and needs Nanami’s energy and I hate the fact that he keeps kissing her to do it. But hey, she finally realized this guy is actually Akura so good for her.
This is a fine volume overall but not much more than that. I’m giving it 3 stars and I hope my boy Kurama does something fun in the next volume because I ship him and Ami together.
This entire review has been hidden because of spoilers.
November 25, 2025
First off, I am disturbed but we will get to that.
I am grateful to Mikage for reminding Nanami of her studies. Just because you have a boyfriend doesn't mean you should give up on school. It worries me if the end if just Nanami becoming a house-wife, nothing is wrong with that, it's just we've seen she has a lot of potential to do so much.
At last, Ami and Kei are in the know. I do like the side story following Ami with her crush on Kurama. Speaking of, Kurama has so much growing up to do still. I thought we were over only thinking for himself.
I hope this volume is what teaches Nanami that you need to be open and communicate in a relationship, even if it is something you are ashamed of letting the other person know about. Although, to be fair, Nanami has nothing to be ashamed for. She was .
Now to the disturbing part. The end of this volume went dark. Akura-Oh/Kirihito's taking . This was one of those moments where consent wasn't really consent. Honestly, I hope Kirihito the human is saved but I hope Tomoe absolutely eviscerates Akura-Oh. What an absolutely selfish demon. His feelings for Nanami are twisted only existing because she amuses him and serves a purpose.
I'm looking forward to reading the next volume and hopefully seeing Akura-Oh's death.
I am grateful to Mikage for reminding Nanami of her studies. Just because you have a boyfriend doesn't mean you should give up on school. It worries me if the end if just Nanami becoming a house-wife, nothing is wrong with that, it's just we've seen she has a lot of potential to do so much.
At last, Ami and Kei are in the know. I do like the side story following Ami with her crush on Kurama. Speaking of, Kurama has so much growing up to do still. I thought we were over only thinking for himself.
I hope this volume is what teaches Nanami that you need to be open and communicate in a relationship, even if it is something you are ashamed of letting the other person know about. Although, to be fair, Nanami has nothing to be ashamed for. She was .
Now to the disturbing part. The end of this volume went dark. Akura-Oh/Kirihito's taking . This was one of those moments where consent wasn't really consent. Honestly, I hope Kirihito the human is saved but I hope Tomoe absolutely eviscerates Akura-Oh. What an absolutely selfish demon. His feelings for Nanami are twisted only existing because she amuses him and serves a purpose.
I'm looking forward to reading the next volume and hopefully seeing Akura-Oh's death.
September 27, 2020
Только что разразилась буря и драма, и буквально в следующей главе герои как ни в чем не бывало включают пляжный эпизод и серия в очередной раз напоминает, что по сути своей она – легкий романтический слайс со сверхъестественным налетом. Я не жалуюсь, но и не отметить эту непоследовательность не могу.
А еще совершенно разочаровала основная романтическая линия. Она больше не щекочет нервы, драма благополучно разрешилась в прошлой арке и все возможные дальнейшие «конфликты» не внушают воодушевления. Остается только высасывать из пальца надуманные проблемы и расставлять на дороге бревна. Возможно, это и было бы увлекательно, если бы герои реагировали не так наивно и предсказуемо.
На этом фоне неожиданно выстреливает альтернативный интерес, который и до этого вызывал легкую заинтересованность, но исключительно как отдельный персонаж со своей предысторией. Героиню с первых же глав окружили гаремом, но я клюнула только сейчас, когда дошло дело до жареного (sorry not sorry ≖‿≖). Тот неловкий момент, когда химии с второстепенным персонажем больше, чем с главгероем…
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А еще совершенно разочаровала основная романтическая линия. Она больше не щекочет нервы, драма благополучно разрешилась в прошлой арке и все возможные дальнейшие «конфликты» не внушают воодушевления. Остается только высасывать из пальца надуманные проблемы и расставлять на дороге бревна. Возможно, это и было бы увлекательно, если бы герои реагировали не так наивно и предсказуемо.
На этом фоне неожиданно выстреливает альтернативный интерес, который и до этого вызывал легкую заинтересованность, но исключительно как отдельный персонаж со своей предысторией. Героиню с первых же глав окружили гаремом, но я клюнула только сейчас, когда дошло дело до жареного (sorry not sorry ≖‿≖). Тот неловкий момент, когда химии с второстепенным персонажем больше, чем с главгероем…
hisashiburi
March 17, 2021
500 years later Nanami and Tomoe's love is reignited and they 'officially' become a couple! But nothing is ever easy when someone from Tomoe's past returns and causes trouble for the two of them. Kirihito (Akura-oh) returns although Tomoe has no idea and Nanami has no clue either although Kirihito has slipped hints to her that he knows the fox. But poor naive Nanami does not say anything to Tomoe which later turns into a consequence for her.
Note there is a scene which kinda looks like rape but after looking at it closely, it really isn't rape. The scene is only drawn to make it look like rape but it isn't. I would have given this perfect stars if Nanami wasn't so foolish to withdraw something so important to Tomoe which could have given him some warning and potentially saved herself if she had said something.
Oh and Yatori returns too which is disappointing because I thought he died. But after that time travel arc I can see why he is a recurring character.
Note there is a scene which kinda looks like rape but after looking at it closely, it really isn't rape. The scene is only drawn to make it look like rape but it isn't. I would have given this perfect stars if Nanami wasn't so foolish to withdraw something so important to Tomoe which could have given him some warning and potentially saved herself if she had said something.
Oh and Yatori returns too which is disappointing because I thought he died. But after that time travel arc I can see why he is a recurring character.
June 28, 2020
I hate how stupid and reckless Nanami is.
What I hate about it is the fact that it seems like the story depends on her stupidity in order to advance.
I don’t mind that Nanami needs help when she’s in trouble because she can’t do everything on her own since she’s not as powerful as others. However, that trait of her being kind to the point where it’s easy to be taken advantage of or being very gullible really annoys me.
So far I’m not sure if Nanami has had any development. She’s now become a somewhat capable deity but her as a person doesn’t really seem to have any development.
It seems like her kindness serves to make other characters better/ a better person and I’m just not into that.
Alright, I’m done ranting now.
What I hate about it is the fact that it seems like the story depends on her stupidity in order to advance.
I don’t mind that Nanami needs help when she’s in trouble because she can’t do everything on her own since she’s not as powerful as others. However, that trait of her being kind to the point where it’s easy to be taken advantage of or being very gullible really annoys me.
So far I’m not sure if Nanami has had any development. She’s now become a somewhat capable deity but her as a person doesn’t really seem to have any development.
It seems like her kindness serves to make other characters better/ a better person and I’m just not into that.
Alright, I’m done ranting now.
April 4, 2022
Nanami finally has the chance to go for a school field trip with everyone 💗 but as a condition from Mikage-sama, she needs to pass her finals with average 80 points first! I find it amusing that Mikage-sama is acting like a father at the shrine, especially towards Nanami. He even gets angry when Tomoe tries to touch Nanami when Tomoe is drunk 😂 I'm really enjoying Mikage's presence.
In the end, Mikage-sama still allows Nanami to go for the the field trip, but Ami ends up being kidnapped by a mermaid, caught in between Kirihito's thievery 😩 I've wanted to see how Kirihito will be able to take his body back, but the fact that he used Nanami and takes so much of her life energy away selfishly, makes me want to strangle him to death 😤 I want him to taste Tomoe's wrath!
In the end, Mikage-sama still allows Nanami to go for the the field trip, but Ami ends up being kidnapped by a mermaid, caught in between Kirihito's thievery 😩 I've wanted to see how Kirihito will be able to take his body back, but the fact that he used Nanami and takes so much of her life energy away selfishly, makes me want to strangle him to death 😤 I want him to taste Tomoe's wrath!
June 30, 2021
🌸¡El viaje de Nanami al pasado fue un éxito! Encontró una manera de romper la maldición y salvar a Tomoe, e incluso admitió que siente algo por ella. Ahora ambos están listos para disfrutar de la vida como una pareja feliz. Tomoe espera pasar un tiempo especial a solas con Nanami, pero en lugar de eso, hacen un viaje escolar a Okinawa con todo el grado, ¡y las cosas pasan del paraíso tropical a una pesadilla yokai en muy poco tiempo!🌸
🌸POR FIN!!!🌸
🌸POR FIN PUEDO VER QUE TOMOE ADMITE SUS SENTIMIENTOS HACIA NANAMI...
Tomoe es una cosa demasiado linda y wow cada vez se pone mejor esto!
Perdón si no digo mucho sobre este tomo, pero fue emoción pura.🌸
🌸Lectura iniciada: 27 junio 2021🌸
🌸Lectura terminada: 28 junio 2021🌸
🌸5/5🌸
🌸POR FIN!!!🌸
🌸POR FIN PUEDO VER QUE TOMOE ADMITE SUS SENTIMIENTOS HACIA NANAMI...
Tomoe es una cosa demasiado linda y wow cada vez se pone mejor esto!
Perdón si no digo mucho sobre este tomo, pero fue emoción pura.🌸
🌸Lectura iniciada: 27 junio 2021🌸
🌸Lectura terminada: 28 junio 2021🌸
🌸5/5🌸
December 21, 2022
After the previous installment, this one was a partial let down. I loved the beginning, when she’s working to go to the beach and trying to get her grades up. There’s some really sweet moments between her and Tamoe, plus the whole situation was comical, even if it was a tad strange.
Then there’s a part in this that really had my eyes opening because I certainly didn’t think this series would ever go there. It’s quite a dark part considering how lighthearted the rest of this series has been. I’m only hoping we see Tamoe really step up in the next one, regarding the situation.
Then there’s a part in this that really had my eyes opening because I certainly didn’t think this series would ever go there. It’s quite a dark part considering how lighthearted the rest of this series has been. I’m only hoping we see Tamoe really step up in the next one, regarding the situation.
August 1, 2017
At first, I'll admit I thought this was going to be a let down after the awesome story of Nanami & Tomoe's intertwined past. However, while this does get us back to the present, we are still left wondering about Kirihito/Akura-oh. Don't get your hopes up to have that resolved too quickly, but it does intersect at least with the story here of Nanami's class trip to Okinawa. This part of the story comes back to the rest of the class and we get to see some of the other characters shine too.
March 4, 2021
I like this new arc!! I’m disappointed for nanami that she was t able to have her fun school trip as she’d hoped... though I can’t believe she agreed to help Kirihito like that... I mean it was a huge risk... she really is a bit foolhardy. Speaking of foolhardy, I can’t believe Tomoe and Mizuki just told Kei their real identities just like that...
But Tomoe and Kirihito finally meet— I’m curious how that will go.
But Tomoe and Kirihito finally meet— I’m curious how that will go.
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February 26, 2023
this was a nice return to the silly shenanigans of kamisama that have been gone for a bit
it’s nice to see more of nanami’s friends especially ami she’s so cute
that mermaid’s design is so dope excited to see her next chapter
oh kirohito is back to using nanami 😐 girl NEEDS to stop helping him
AND her not telling tomae he kissed her bruh y’all just started dating
hoping next volume we’ll see some fun school trip hijinks
it’s nice to see more of nanami’s friends especially ami she’s so cute
that mermaid’s design is so dope excited to see her next chapter
oh kirohito is back to using nanami 😐 girl NEEDS to stop helping him
AND her not telling tomae he kissed her bruh y’all just started dating
hoping next volume we’ll see some fun school trip hijinks
November 19, 2023
I'm going to leave the same review for all the volumes. I LOVED this manga so much and am trying to collect all the physical copies. I was originally reading it online when it was still coming out
There are a lot of characters. Only some are the main characters, but we see and get to know the side characters also. World building was nicely done in typical youkai fashion, and the romance was very cute
There are a lot of characters. Only some are the main characters, but we see and get to know the side characters also. World building was nicely done in typical youkai fashion, and the romance was very cute
April 1, 2018
I liked this one slightly less than the others. I'm happy with the continuation of the Kirihito/Akura-Oh resurrection plot. I was disheartened by Nanami's decision making. When she went back in time to save Tomoe, she showed such growth and maturity. Now, she seems to make one rash decision after another.
August 3, 2020
Ya como pareja oficial y Mikage en el templo, la dinámica de grupo cambia un poco. El tomo marca el comienzo del viaje escolar, el regresar a la normalidad luego de un arco tan cargado como el del viaje en el tiempo se siente raro pero a la vez como un respiro de todo, aun así todavía quedan algunos conflictos que resolver antes de que todas las tramas cierren, y el principal es Kirihito.
September 27, 2020
As the main arc has finished, Nanami has returned to school and is reveling in her new relationship with Tomoe, and she tells her friends about him. They end up going on a school trip when Ami gets kidnapped and Nanami heads off on a mission to save her. Meanwhile, Kirihito showed back up to go after Nanami and to get her body back.
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August 7, 2024
Tiens je ne m'attendais pas du tout à ca pour une fin de tome... c'est pas vraiment dans l'esprit même du manga donc je trouve ça un peu bizarre quand même ! J'attends de voir si on va avoir une explication même si j'y crois moyen 😬
Ça m'a quand même fait plaisir de retrouver la petite bande du sanctuaire ensemble, Tomoe et Mizuki peuvent toujours pas se blairer c'est trop drôle haha
Ça m'a quand même fait plaisir de retrouver la petite bande du sanctuaire ensemble, Tomoe et Mizuki peuvent toujours pas se blairer c'est trop drôle haha
April 5, 2021
Nanami goes to her first class trip to Okinawa. While there Kirihito kisses her and ends up holding her captive to drain her life energy. Ami gets turned into a sea creature and Nanami tries to save her.
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November 23, 2023
about a 3.5/5 but not feelin a four star round up tw sa - nanami is acknowledgin sh as sh but im just fuckin over suzuki usin it as a type of gag n tomoe still bein sought after or it bein portrayed even as somethin tomoe is “strugglin with😔😖”
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